Hello everyone! My name is Dr. Anna Bettini, and I am a researcher and anthropologist  at the University of Calgary. I am part of an international research team conducting an ethnographic study on the experiences of families who have used assisted reproductive technologies with donors, including egg, sperm, and embryo donation, as well as surrogacy. 

**About the study:**

Access to reproductive technologies varies widely from country to country. Differences in laws, costs, and social attitudes make these treatments difficult to obtain for some individuals and couples, and many hopeful parents travel abroad for care. These journeys are creating new forms of family and changing how we think about relationships and genetic ties.

In our study we examine how biological, social, legal, ethical, and political factors shape the experiences of families formed through these technologies, and what this means for the children born through them. In Canada, the project will end July 2028. 

**Who we'd like to hear from:**

**We welcome all forms of family: solo parents, heterosexual couples, and gay and lesbian couples. In Canada, we are focusing on families living in Alberta, British Columbia, or Ontario, or who accessed fertility services in these provinces**. We are especially interested in hearing from families who already have children conceived through donor eggs, sperm, or embryos, or born through surrogacy.

**What participation involves:**

* One private interview about your journey with reproductive technologies, lasting about 60 to 90 minutes
* Interviews take place online or by phone at a time that suits you
* Participation is voluntary, and you may skip any question or withdraw at any time
* Confidentiality and anonymity are guaranteed; your name and identifying details will not appear in any publication
* There is no financial compensation for taking part, but we deeply value the time and insight you share with us

By sharing your story, you can help shape future discussions about family life, fertility care, and reproductive technologies in Canada and beyond.

If you're interested or have questions, please email me at [anna.bettini@ucalgary.ca](mailto:anna.bettini@ucalgary.ca) or comment below. Thank you for considering being part of this project!

*This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB25-0611)*

Ethnographic Study: Seeking Families Who’ve Used Third-Party Assisted Reproductive Technologies [Post approved by Mods]